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Is This The New Black? The Versatile Colour Filling Our Wardrobes And Homes

05/01/23

Author: Lucy Jones

DOCUMENTED BY: RIISE

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Brown as the new black? Groundbreaking.

Seriously though, while we’ve been rocking head-to-toe black for all these years another warm neutral tone has been right there, just waiting for us to remember how fabulous it is.  

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People went hard on the colour brown in the 1970s. We’re talking brown wallpaper, carpet, furnishings, clothes, ceramics, crochet and crockery and the list goes on and on. This excessive use of brown was followed by a period of near erasure. The earthy hue was shelved for almost four decades and has only started trickling back into our wardrobes over the last few years.

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Luckily for us, brown is back and better than ever. From Bottega Veneta to Arnsdorf, designers are embracing this adaptable shade. Kim K, J Lo and Tyler, The Creator are fans, with the latter saying, “Brown really goes with almost every colour. I wear a lot of pastels, and it’s a great base for that.”

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We second that. Rich, organic and soft, brown is neutral without being harsh (like black) or stark (like white). This means it gently blends with pretty much any colour in your wardrobe, especially a good baby blue, buttercup yellow or, if you want to go full 1972, neon orange. The full spectrum of brown is experiencing a revival, from sandy beige right through to deep chocolate. Our expert styling tip: try layering different shades for a tonal look that is very now.

Ready to bring some warmth into your wardrobe or living space? These are our top low-impact picks.

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Plunge Bias Silk Dress

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Large Everyday Croissant Buckle Bag

Brie Leon

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Amaya Bustier

Umlaut

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Relaxed Long Sleeve Silk Shirt

Olga Joan

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Drawstring Silk Pant

Olga Joan

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Everyday Croissant Bag

Brie Leon

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Hemp Jersey Short

Olga Joan

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Chloe Bag

Brie Leon

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Roman Pool & Beach Towel

Baina

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Drawstring Silk Pant

Olga Joan

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Frances Button Up Shirt

NICO

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Samira Bag Small

Brie Leon

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Small Bucket Bag

Brie Leon

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Frances Flares

NICO

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Ivy Sunglasses

RAIE.

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Spicy Mousse Chains Blanket

CURIO

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Check Straw Bag Large

Brie Leon

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Check Straw Bag Small

Brie Leon

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Minimalist Duo

Flavedo & Albedo

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Beppu Bath Mat

Baina

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The One Shoulder One Piece

Innes Lauren

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Eucalyptus Tie Front Midi Dress

Madre Natura

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Bailey Shirt

Jillian Boustred

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Plunge Bias Silk Dress

Olga Joan

Large Everyday Croissant Buckle Bag

Brie Leon

Amaya Bustier

Umlaut

Relaxed Long Sleeve Silk Shirt

Olga Joan

Drawstring Silk Pant

Olga Joan

Mini Silk Slip

Olga Joan

Everyday Croissant Bag

Brie Leon

Hemp Jersey Short

Olga Joan

Chloe Bag

Brie Leon

Roman Pool & Beach Towel

Baina

Drawstring Silk Pant

Olga Joan

Frances Button Up Shirt

NICO

Samira Bag Small

Brie Leon

Small Bucket Bag

Brie Leon

Frances Flares

NICO

Ivy Sunglasses

RAIE.

Spicy Mousse Chains Blanket

CURIO

Check Straw Bag Large

Brie Leon

Check Straw Bag Small

Brie Leon

Minimalist Duo

Flavedo & Albedo

Beppu Bath Mat

Baina

The One Shoulder One Piece

Innes Lauren

Eucalyptus Tie Front Midi Dress

Madre Natura

Bailey Shirt

Jillian Boustred

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